The trend estimate for total number of dwelling units approved in New South Wales was flat in February 2010. The trend estimate for the number of private sector houses fell 2.9% and has fallen for three months.

VICTORIA

The trend estimate for total number of dwelling units approved in Victoria rose 1.0% in February and has risen for 15 months. The trend estimate for the number of private sector houses rose 1.2% and has risen for 15 months.

QUEENSLAND

The trend estimate for total number of dwelling units approved in Queensland rose 1.5% in February and has risen for 12 months. The trend estimate for the number of private sector houses rose 0.6% and has risen for 13 months.

SOUTH AUSTRALIA

The trend estimate for total number of dwelling units approved in South Australia rose 0.1% in February the seventh consecutive rise. The trend estimate for the number of private sector houses fell 0.5% and is now showing decreases for four months.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA

The trend estimate for total number of dwelling units approved in Western Australia rose 1.3% in February and has risen for 13 months. The trend estimate for the number of private sector houses rose 2.2% and has risen for 13 months.